How To Fix FQ237 - Revenue type is not an additional revenue type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Revenue type is not an additional revenue type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ237 - Revenue type is not an additional revenue type & ?

  The SAP error message FQ237, which states "Revenue type is not an additional revenue type," typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition and financial postings in SAP. This error indicates that the revenue type you are trying to use is not configured as an additional revenue type in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The revenue type you are trying to use is not set up correctly in the system. It may not be defined as an additional revenue type in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Revenue Type: The revenue type being used may not be appropriate for the transaction or document type you are processing.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the revenue type may not be correctly maintained, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Revenue Recognition > Define Revenue Types.
  Ensure that the revenue type you are trying to use is marked as an additional revenue type.
  
  
  
  Review Revenue Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the revenue type is correctly defined and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check if the revenue type is linked to the correct revenue recognition method.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant customer or contract to ensure that the revenue type is correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the revenue type is valid for the specific transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on revenue types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) or FSP0 (for revenue recognition) to check related settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the revenue type settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and revenue recognition.